Monday, January 11, 2010

Rangers - Hill Schools Sports on 10.01.2010

Some photographs taken on 10.01.2010 during Rangers- Hill Schools sports.







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Matt Lobo said...

That's it, Guys,
You'll be able to "COMPETE" with the Germans.See article:
What is Oktoberfest Like? What to expect?
Oktoberfest takes place out on the large fields outside the old Munich city walls. It's basically a large carnival kind of atmosphere, with thrill rides, games, food and drink, with large beer tents on the perimeter sponsored by the large local brewers in Munich. Sure, its an excuse to drink good beer, but it is also a festive occasion with lots to do. Tourism has been pretty steady the last 20 years, bringing in between 5-6 million visitors during the two week run of Oktoberfest. The beer halls can accomodate more than 100,000 people at their tables and benches at any given time - this is no county fair! Most days the festival runs from 10AM to midnight, 9AM on weekends. Crowds tend to be largest over the opening and closing weekends, and lightest toward the middle of the second week. There is no admission charge and no charge for going into the beer tents.
The main beer halls, sponsored by the big 12 brewers, at Octoberfest are: Schutzen, Lowenbrau, Paulaner, Pschorrbrau, Schottenhamel, Augustinerbrau, Hackbrau, Hofbrauhaus, Armbrust-Schutzen, Spatenbrau, Hippodrom, and Fischer-Vroni.
How much does beer cost at Oktoberfest? Well for starters, you will be drinking out of much larger 1 liter glass steins, not puny little 12 ounce bottles or glasses. These big mugs, which you will see the serving maids carrying 4-6 per hand, will set you back about 7.5 euros, or close to $9-$10 US. You can call in advance and make reservations for table space at specific tents, but most people just wander around and settle in where they find room. Be sure to arrive early in the afternoon, especially if you have a large group. When the tents get full you will have to wait in line to get in, which can often take an hour or more. And you cannot be served a beer unless you are seated at one of the tables in the tents. The Munich tourist site has information on reserving an Oktoberfest table: Muenchen.de. Being inside the tents is a noisy, raucous affair. They have live alpine bands playing traditional oompah music, and chances are neighboring table will be singing and making plenty of noise. Serving maids will come around to take your drink orders and deliver your beer and snacks. A highlight of the festival is the opening ceremonies which includes the grand entry of the Oktoberfest landlords and breweries, pulled in big horse-drawn carts. You'll probably find a lot of rivalry between groups from neighboring countries, singing their anthems or soccer songs. We've been to Oktoberfest twice, though, and have never seen any fighting. It does happen, with all the young people and drinking, but overall the entire experience is pretty safe and secure, and you can enjoy yourself in the Bavarian tradition when visiting Munich.

And show them what you Goethalites can do !!!

January 11, 2010 at 7:11 PM

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